Vanguard VGL850N Owner's Operation And Installation Manual

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B-VENT DECORATIVE GAS FIREPLACE
OWNER'S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
VGL850N (NATURAL) AND VGL850P (PROPANE/LP)
WARNING: If the information in these instruc-
tions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal
injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
— Do not store or use gasoline or any other flam-
mable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS :
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch;
• Do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
— Installation and service must be performed by a
qualified installer, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
This appliance may be installed in an aftermarket* manufactured (mobile) home, where not prohibited by state
or local codes.
This appliance is only for use with the type of gas indicated on the rating plate.
This appliance is not convertible for use with other gases, unless a certified kit is used.
*Aftermarket: Completion of sale, not for purpose of resale, from the manufacturer.
Save this manual for future reference.
®
SAVE THIS BOOK
This book is valuable. In addition to instructing
you on how to install and maintain your appli-
ance, it also contains information that will
enable you to obtain replacement parts or
optional accessory items when needed. Keep
it with your other important papers.
WARNING: Improper installation,
adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause injury or
property damage. Refer to this
manual. For assistance or additional
information consult a qualified in-
staller, service agency, or the gas
supplier.
NOT FOR USE WITH SOLID FUEL
CHECK LOCAL CODES PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION
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  • Page 1 ® B-VENT DECORATIVE GAS FIREPLACE OWNER’S OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® VGL850N (NATURAL) AND VGL850P (PROPANE/LP) SAVE THIS BOOK WARNING: If the information in these instruc- This book is valuable. In addition to instructing tions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion...
  • Page 2 VGL850 Series ® VENTED TYPE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE For Use With 29" " 5" ø Type B-1 (737mm) (572mm) Vent Pipe Only " HEARTH AREA " (391mm) DIMENSIONS (244mm) 9" (229mm) 5/8" (16mm) 27" 36" (689mm) (914mm) FRONT INSIDE VIEW TOP VIEW Glass Door "...
  • Page 3: Before You Begin

    Fireplaces and is listed and tested by the excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa). Canadian Standards Association to the above test standards. • Model VGL850N uses NATURAL GAS The appliance must be isolated from the gas ONLY. supply piping system by closing its indi-...
  • Page 4: Selecting Location

    VGL850 Series ® VENTED TYPE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE SELECTING PRE-INSTALLATION Also, in selecting a location, the following precautions must be observed: LOCATION PREPARATION 1. Do not connect this appliance to a chimney system used for a solid fuel To determine the safest and most efficient CLEARANCES burning fireplace.
  • Page 5 OWNER’S MANUAL MANTEL CLEARANCES AND FRAMING Feed flexible gas line through one of three gas line conduit sleeve and repack insu- WALL DETAILS 1. Frame appliance enclosure as illus- lation to cover any openings. Prepare the trated in Figures 7 and 8. A combustible mantle shelf maybe installed a incoming gas line with teflon tape or pipe Note: If a wall covering is used to line...
  • Page 6: Venting Installation

    VGL850 Series ® VENTED TYPE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE VENTING Example 2: Shows a multiple offset each This appliance may be vented through a manufactured chimney system or a masonry at 45° degrees of inclination. Multiple off- INSTALLATION chimney using a B-vent adapter or a chim- sets are permitted if they do not exceed 60°...
  • Page 7 OWNER’S MANUAL VENTING CHECKING FOR PROPER If venting horizontally through a side wall becomes necessary, a listed thimble ap- VENTING INSTALLATION proved for use with B-type vent must be After completing and checking the electrical, used. Check with your local codes before Continued gas and vent connections, follow the lighting venting through a side wall.
  • Page 8: Installation

    HELD REMOTE CONTROL WALL SWITCH type or a higher rated wire (25 ft. maximum (GHRC SERIES) length). INSTALLATION (VGL850N/P) INSTALLATION The installation of a wall switch allows you Note: If using optional wireless hand-held WARNING: Do not wire re- to activate the gas control valve without the...
  • Page 9 OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION DESA recommends that a black iron gas CAUTION: Compounds used line be routed from the gas source, through Continued on threaded joints of gas piping a sediment trap (shown in Figure 18), and shall be resistant to the action of into the appliance, Once connected through Installing 9-Volt Battery in Hand- Liquefied Petroleum (LP or pro-...
  • Page 10 VGL850 Series ® VENTED TYPE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE LOG & EMBER PLACEMENT INSTALLATION Next remove the ember material from the bag and flatten small amounts into pieces Continued 1. Center the rear log on the support about the size of a dime. Place the pieces bracket welded to the back of the loosely onto the exposed section of the GAS BURNER SUPPLY...
  • Page 11 OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION GLASS DOOR REMOVAL Instructions for the installation of the gas kit are included with the glass door package. AND REPLACEMENT Continued Use of any other glass door assembly not To remove, hold the glass door firmly at tested with the VGL850 series models may COMBUSTION AIR KIT handles and evenly push straight up until...
  • Page 12: Operating Fireplace

    VGL850 Series ® VENTED TYPE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE OPERATING LIGHTING TO TURN OFF GAS INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLIANCE FIREPLACE Turn off the wall switch. 1. STOP! Read the safety information, FOR YOUR SAFETY Turn off all electric power to the ap- column 1. pliance if service is to be performed.
  • Page 13: Pilot Assembly Adjustment

    OWNER’S MANUAL PILOT ASSEMBLY OPERATING MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENT GUIDELINES AND WARNING: Turn off gas and MAINTENANCE electrical power before servicing Turn the adjustment screw marked pilot appliance. It is recommended that clockwise to decrease or counterclockwise INSTRUCTIONS a qualified serviceman perform to increase the flame to proper size (see these checkups at the beginning 1.
  • Page 14: Service Hints

    VGL850 Series ® VENTED TYPE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE SERVICE HINTS TECHNICAL REPLACEMENT SERVICE PARTS When Gas Pressure Is Too Low Note: Use only original replacement parts. • pilot will not stay lit You may have further questions about in- This will protect your warranty coverage for stallation, operation, or troubleshooting.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING The two most common causes of a malfunctioning gas appliance are: 1. Loose wiring connections Note: For additional help, visit DESA 2. Construction debris clogging the pilot and/or gas control valve filter International’s Technical Service web site at www.desatech.com. Note: Before troubleshooting the system, make sure the gas shut-off valve is ON.
  • Page 16 VGL850 Series ® VENTED TYPE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Continued OBSERVED PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Pilot goes out when wall switch is ON 1. Millivolt output on thermopile too high 1. Replace thermopile Spark ignitor will not light pilot after re- 1.
  • Page 17 OWNER’S MANUAL TROUBLESHOOTING Continued WARNING: If you smell gas • Shut off gas supply. • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
  • Page 18 VGL850 Series ® VENTED TYPE DECORATIVE APPLIANCE ACCESSORIES Right Log Piece Rear Log Front Log Left Log Piece RECEIVER AND HAND-HELD LOG SET - 14586 (105855-01) REMOTE CONTROL KIT GAS CONTROL VALVE Top Left Log - 105856-01 GHRC SERIES Natural - 14512 (105861-01) Top Right Log - 105857-01 Propane/LP - 14513 (105861-02) For all models.
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  • Page 20: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION KEEP THIS WARRANTY Model Serial No. Date Purchased Always specify model and serial numbers when communicating with the factory. We reserve the right to amend these specifications at any time without notice. The only warranty applicable is our standard written warranty.

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